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YIP Spotlight: Joe Heady
Dad by day and surgery charge nurse by night, Joe Heady recently reminisced about his time in Youth in Philanthropy (YIP). This organization made Joe see the needs of his community and gave him the chance to get involved and do something about those needs. His work with
YIP Spotlight: Lauryn Payne
Recent Hanover College graduate Lauryn Payne is currently working at Rushville Elementary School West as a special education aide. She was recently involved with M.o.R.E. for Kids, and she helped the RCCF raise money via the 5 in 50 bike ride. While she was at Hanover, Lauryn gave
Building Common Ground
Photo credits: Chip West Let’s face it; teens often get a bad rap. But what happened when 309 youth from around the country descended on Rush County during one week in July tells a story that undoubtedly will warm the frostiest of hearts. The teens were part
For the Community That Made Us Who We Are
When RCCF board members and classmates, Cindy Powers and Karen Brashaber, realized their 40th high school class reunion was approaching, they didn’t go shopping for something new to wear. They got busy and filed the paperwork to start the “RCHS Class of 1979 Community Fund”. They decided
Restoring More Than Monuments
What comes to mind when you think of the most beautiful and peaceful spaces in Rush County? East Hill Cemetery surely tops your list. It’s a place for grieving, yes, but it’s also a place for remembering and celebrating loved ones. The hallowed grounds are home to some
Five in 50 Covered Bridge Ride a Team Effort
Photo credits: Green Photography In 2018, 208 cyclists rolled through Rush County to enjoy the inaugural Five in 50 Covered Bridge Ride. This year’s event attracted 367 riders from ten states. In addition to admiring the beautiful countryside and the majestic covered bridges, the riders raised $27,200 to
